07/08 New Passat diesels

[Mac Dude]

I’ve been talking to a few dealers in Melbourne about a new diesel Passat to replace my current transport. I’d heard a new CR diesel was coming out in 08 (not sure when next year), but there is also a new/revised motor before then.
This is the 125kW TDI, a revision of the current 103kW engine. Now I’ve had 2 stories about their availability, from August to the end of the year.

I’m stuck with the question, do I go with the current 103kW, wait for the 125kW or wait until next year for the cleaner CR version.

If anyone has heard anything about the timing of the various releases, I’d love to hear it!

[phaeton]

Welcome to VWwA Mac Dude

What I know is the 125kW 2.0 TDI (I think with DPF as Golf GT Sport has a DPF) will sell along side the current 103kW 2.0 TDI have a look in the VWwA Lounge to see 2008MY updates.

It will be available in August when 08MY lineup is introduced (orders in now possibly you would have to call your dealer )

As for the Common Rail TDIs I would expect them when the Passat gets a facelift in 2009MY so here by either early/mid 2009 or late 2009 as 2010MY Passat.

As to whether you should wait for the new tech its up to you but you may not like the facelift.

WARNING all info on when CR TDI makes it in the Passat is speculative so not 100% accurate

[Mac Dude]

Thanks for the welcome phaeton

My current thinking is to go with the 125kW TDI as I think this is a great balance between power and economy.

Especially since I'm coming down from my current 240kW ride!

This will be my 1st VW purchase after driving falcons & commodores for years, and a couple of Mazdas.

Looking forward to it, that's for sure...

thanks again!

[phaeton]

Your welcome

I think its wise that your buying this version instead of the CR TDIs as so far the higher spec engines have not been shown yet

Oh and I'm sure the 125kW with 350Nm will supply your power needs for sure

[gmac]

Hey just ordered a 125 kw passat - expecting it late Oct/Nov.

Moving from 195kw holden.

Hope finish and quality control are as good as I've been told.

[phaeton]

It will be better

Welcome to VWwA gmac

[Droog]

10 out of 5 Jack Russels prefer R 32s over Passats...you do the math!!

[phaeton]

Seen the 1st 125kW Passat Diesel advert in paper

[Mac Dude]

I was lucky enough to take one for a spin last Thursday. Went really well.

[phaeton]

Cool

Will you order one Mac Dude ?